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News from across the Regional Innovation Centres
We have gathered news from all the regional innovation centres (RICs) in Ontario. Be sure to connect with your local RIC to be a part of your local ecosystem.
Schools across Canada are plagued by limited resources and a host of challenges. Strategic tech tools can help tackle those issues. As the 2024/25 school year gets underway, there is plenty of anxiety around tech in the classroom. Students and…
“The diverse experience brought by our new board members strengthens our dedication to realizing WETechAlliance’s vision of cultivating a sustainable and diverse economy in Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent,” WETechAlliance is pleased to announce the appointment of four new Directors…
Innovation jumped by leaps and bounds with the advent of Artificial Intelligence. Technological evolution has experienced a dramatic reset as evidenced by AI being leveraged to revolutionize workflows, industries, and problem-solving. When OpenAI was introduced to the world, disruptors and…
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How innovators are trying to bring Canada’s medical records into the 21st century
Many doctors still rely on fax machines to share vital patient information. Digital tools could help reduce the burden on the healthcare system — but this tech comes with its own challenges. Primary and acute care providers, highly trained professionals…
In the era where the global music industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, it is no surprise that the landscape of music creation is rapidly involving. Ranked as the 8th Largest Global Music Market in International Federation of the Phonographic Industry…
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Reducing waste, increasing sustainability | TechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario
Timothy Felsky grew up in Sarnia, Ontario, with a passion for cars, politics, and business. However, after graduating from Western University in London, his focus shifted to digital marketing and technology. His active mind was always evaluating change—how industries were…
Digital Media and ICT
Building trust in AI with strong policies and cooperation between public and private sectors
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing our world in so many ways. It has the power to improve how we live and work, but it also has the potential to invade privacy, reinforce biases or harm vulnerable groups. The theme of…
One graduate’s experience taking an idea from the research lab to market ready start-up. Graduate students often discuss a career in academia as if it’s their only option. The distance from defense to a PhD or postdoctoral position often feels…
Since our group began, WETechAlliance’s Women in Mobility Peer Group has provided its members with a series of unique, behind-the-scenes experiences that highlight key infrastructure and transportation assets in our region. We’ve had the privilege of touring the Windsor…
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Exploring Windsor Port by Boat: Air Land and Sea Trifecta Completed – Women in Mobility Experience
Since our group began, WEtech’s Women in Mobility Peer Group has provided its members with a series of unique, behind-the-scenes experiences that highlight key infrastructure and transportation assets in our region. We’ve had the privilege of touring the Windsor International…
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The portable lift giving people more independence
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How innovation can address barriers in hiring — and make workplaces more inclusive
Members of marginalized groups may struggle to find meaningful jobs. New tools and perspectives can help change that. When Eugene* started his job search midway through 2023, he didn’t expect it to be easy. The prospect of looking for work…
The ventures in the latest cohort of the RBC Women in Cleantech Accelerator are working to scale their solutions for global impact. Despite years of progress and impressive gains, women cleantech founders still garner just a fraction of the funding…
Kitchener, Ontario, September 12, 2024 – PEER Group®, the largest supplier of innovative factory automation software products for the semiconductor industry, is a proud supporter of the inaugural edition of CHIPS Month Canada, a month-long celebration of Canada’s growing semiconductor…
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Top Employers Participate in Local Career Fair Attracting Thousands of Eager Job Seekers from Across Windsor-Essex
With billions of dollars in recent investment across Windsor-Essex and available job postings on the rise, it is now more important than ever to have a strategy and tools in place to ensure an adequate and sustainable workforce WINDSOR-ESSEX, ONT.…
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Optimotive Secures $2 Million Funding to Launch Next-Gen Outdoor Robots, Redefining Construction Automation
This investment will accelerate the company’s mission to further automate the outdoor construction workforce and support the launch of two new groundbreaking robots designed to enhance efficiency, data capture, and safety across outdoor industrial sites. Windsor, ON, September 10, 2024…
Effective communication and a good understanding of your business can significantly improve the chances of securing the financing you need. Many entrepreneurs struggle with this aspect, particularly when seeking working capital. From choosing the wrong type of funding to not…
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Call to Participate: Hardtech Mission to Electronica in Munich, Germany
Join ventureLAB and CMC on this joint mission to Germany and be part of fostering innovation, driving collaborations, and expanding your network in the world of electronics! We will be part of the Province of Ontario pavilion but participants do…
Cleantech Entrepreneur Stories
Cleantech Leadership: How CHAR Technologies Built Success Through Innovation, Partnerships, and Persistence
originally published: 2024-09-09 16:42:35 White shares valuable lessons from his entrepreneurial journey, highlighting both general business principles and the specific challenges faced in the cleantech industry. One of the key takeaways from White’s experience is the importance of building the…
Boundless Accelerator™ is on the lookout for a dynamic and creative Digital Marketing Specialist to join our team! If you’re passionate about driving impactful marketing strategies, love collaborating with innovative entrepreneurs, and have a knack for storytelling, this role is…
Talent, People Management
Embracing Inclusivity: The Vital Role of Accessibility in Canadian Workplaces and Communities
Written by: Jennifer King In Canada, embracing inclusivity and ensuring accessibility in workplaces and communities is not just a moral imperative but an important aspect of fostering a thriving, equitable society. Accessibility goes beyond physical spaces; it encompasses digital accessibility,…
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Canadian healthtech company Deep Breathe bags top prize at US Army’s xTechInternational 2024
London, Ont.-based healthtech startup Deep Breathe, which develops artificial intelligence (AI)-powered ultrasound diagnostics systems, has taken first place at xTechInternational 2024, an international competition hosted by the United States (US) Army. The competition invites companies to showcase the potential military applications…
Announcing their annual Scoring Tech Talent 2024 Report, CBRE highlights and recognizes trends and patterns of the top-ranked tech talent markets in North America. For the third year in a row, London, Ontario was ranked in the top emerging tech…
Waterloo Region has been named the top small tech talent market in North America for the fourth year in a row and is ranked among the top 25 markets overall, according to the latest Scoring Tech Talent report from CBRE,…
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TechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario continues partnership with Boundless Accelerator to deliver new cohort of the i.d.e.a. Fund
News Release September 4, 2024 – London, Ontario Southern Ontario’s diverse network of promising entrepreneurs and businesses fuels Canada’s potential as a leader in clean technology. This is why the i.d.e.a. Fund was launched in 2022, and has provided support for…
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Boundless Accelerator launches the Southern Ontario Environmental Impact Fund
Government of Canada support helps drive clean-tech and circular growth in southern Ontario September 4, 2024 – Guelph, Ontario Southern Ontario has a diverse network of promising entrepreneurs and businesses. They are fueling Canada’s potential as a leader in clean…
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WETechAlliance continues partnership with Boundless Accelerator to deliver the third cohort of the i.d.e.a. Fund
Government of Canada support helps drive clean-tech and circular growth in Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent. September 4, 2024 Windsor, Ontario – Southern Ontario’s diverse network of promising entrepreneurs and businesses fuels Canada’s potential as a leader in clean technology. This is…
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Innovation Factory continues partnership with Boundless Accelerator to deliver the third cohort of i.d.e.a. Fund
September 5, 2024 – Hamilton & Halton, Ontario – Southern Ontario’s diverse network of promising entrepreneurs and businesses fuels Canada’s potential as a leader in clean technology. This is why the i.d.e.a. Fund was launched in 2022, and has provided…
Leading the nation’s innovative research and development in the area of petrochemicals, bio-industrial based manufacturing, agritech, cleantech and engineering while driving sustainably, Sarnia-Lambton proves to be one of the prominent hubs of economic development in the Southwestern Ontario region. This is…
After graduating from Queen’s University and completing a brief stint in the manufacturing sector, Jeremy Lytle knew that he wanted to become involved in clean technology. Inspired by his master’s thesis on the integration of renewables into buildings and combined…
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Mintier’s revolutionary mouth tape sells out in just one week!
August 29th, 2024 / Hamilton, Ontario – Mintier, the local brand behind innovative oral care solutions, is thrilled to announce that its latest product, the Mintier Mouth Tape, sold out in just one week following its highly anticipated launch. This…
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originally published: 2024-09-03 12:29:52 by Hessie Jones The ubiquity of artificial intelligence in enterprise and its impact on corporate governance and strategic decision-making is becoming increasingly profound. The integration of AI, particularly predictive models and large language models (LLMs), into…
Posted in Blog, Thrive in Ottawa Sep 3, 2024 It’s time we bid farewell to the summer and welcome the beginning of fall in the capital of Canada. Ottawa is never short of events and activities in the fall. From…
Park It Like It’s Hot You don’t have to drive to the country to find solar panel projects producing green energy for our community. VCT Group, a leader in solar carport and canopy installations, is working on multiple projects across…
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham’s commitment to innovation and collaboration has been recognized by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), the world’s largest nonprofit professional association for economic developers. The IEDC has awarded Durham Region’s Economic Development and Tourism…
If you’re an entrepreneur or start-up founder, you know that finding the right support to break into new markets is a game-changer. That’s why we’re thrilled to share that Innovation Factory and Burlington Economic Development’s newcomer program, Acceleration+ program has…
Auto & Transportation Entrepreneur Stories
Waterloo’s VueReal steers the future of automotive and consumer electronics technology
Reza Chaji remembers his first drive down King Street into Waterloo with his wife, who noticed the city’s quiet charm. Years later, Waterloo has become one of the fastest-growing communities in Canada. It’s now home for Chaji, where he’s built…